California's Brendan Bigelow (5) slips the tackle of Ohio State's Nathan Williams (43) at the beginning of a long TD run in the second half of their game played on Sept. 15, 2012 in Ohio Stadium. (Photo by Mike Munden)

For all those fans clamoring to see more of the electrifying Brendan Bigelowin Cal's offensive lineup, relax. The sophomore speedster is scheduled for a few carries Saturday night against UCLA after not touching the ball in the Arizona State game.

Bigelow whetted fans' appetites with his spectacular touchdown runs of 81 and 59 yards at Ohio State on Sept. 15 that showcased his elite football speed.

"He's improving. You'll see him more this week," head coach Jeff Tedfordsaid. "He will play more. We need to get him some touches. ... Everybody's talking about Bigelow. Bigelow had two great perimeter plays against Ohio State. But Isi's (Sofele) playing pretty well, too, and so is C.J. (Anderson). It's hard to get all three backs in the flow."

Sofele and Anderson, both seniors, rushed well in Saturday's loss to Arizona State. Sofele gained 105 yards on 15 carries. Anderson picked up 78 on eight attempts. It's hard for a coach to take out either one when each is that productive, but then again, Bigelow's imposing speed isn't doing the Bears any good on the sideline.

"We talked about Bigelow needing to touch the ball," Tedford said. "There's got to be a number of plays he runs well. I don't have the magic number. It's going to be hard to get everybody touches."

Bigelow's playing time will increase as he becomes more familiar with the offense and all its nuances. In limited action, he has 10 rushes for 206 yards and the two touchdowns at Ohio State.

Running backs coach Ron Goulddecides when to put a particular back into the game, with input from Tedford. Sofele, a 1,300-yard rusher a year ago, will be hard pressed to equal that total this season with Cal's offensive production down in nearly every category.

Fortt to redshirt: Despite transferring from Penn State with the intention of playing this season, it looks like linebacker Khairi Forttwill redshirt. His knee has not responded well enough from a spring procedure to allow him to practice, much less get in a game.

Quarterback holding up: Even though he has been sacked 19 times in the past three games, Tedford said Zach Maynard is "fine, health-wise."

"He's a pretty wiry, tough guy. He doesn't take a lot of real hard shots, not so many blindside shots."

Sebastian to stay: After getting the first start of his career at safety against Arizona State and responding with a team-high 15 tackles, Avery Sebastianplayed his way into the starting lineup for the rest of the season, Tedford said.

"He played very well," the coach said. "He played fast and hard. He earned the right to have more playing time."

Briefly: Wide receiver Keenan Allenwas spotted leaving practice Tuesday with one bare foot, his right. "He's got some soreness in his ankle. He's fine," Tedford said. ... Right tackle Matt Summers-Gavinexperienced soreness in his right knee but probably will make his second start of the season against UCLA. "When you have an injury like that - he tried to come back early - there's going to be some soreness," Tedford said. ... The UCLA game marks Cal's homecoming weekend and is also designated as the Joe Roth Game, named in honor of the former quarterback who died in 1977.